BBC Four TV Guide

BBC Four dives into culture, history, arts and world cinema with thoughtful documentaries, acclaimed drama and curated film seasons. See what's on BBC Four on Saturday 14 February 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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Heartbreakers at the BBC

Volume 3
Some of music’s biggest stars pour their hearts out in this selection of classic performances from the BBC's archives.

The Kate Bush Story: Running Up That Hill

Film exploring Kate Bush's career and music, from 1978's Wuthering Heights to her 2011 album 50 Words for Snow, through the testimony of collaborators and those she has inspired.
Runtime: 1 hr

Kate Bush at the BBC

Kate Bush performs songs such as Wuthering Heights, Babooshka and Running up That Hill on BBC TV shows, alongside other intriguing and lesser-known material in the BBC studios.
Runtime: 1 hr

Top of the Pops

Tony Blackburn presents the pop chart programme, featuring Sutherland Brothers & Quiver, Billy Ocean, The Sensational Alex Harvey Band, 5000 Volts and The Real Thing.
Runtime: 30 min

This is BBC Four

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 1 hr 40 min

This is BBC Four

This is BBC Four
Daily from 7.00pm.
Runtime: 13 hr 28 min

This is BBC Four

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 2 min

Meet the Ancestors

The Tomb That Time Forgot
Julian Richards joins a team of investigative officers and archaeologists in a field in Orkney to look at a burial chamber untouched for 5,000 years.
Runtime: 30 min

Great British Railway Journeys

Long Itchington to Moseley
Michael Portillo’s railway journey reaches the heart of the Warwickshire countryside, where work is underway the biggest project of new railway infrastructure in Britain for a hundred years: HS2.
Runtime: 30 min

The Good Old Days

Leonard Sachs presents the old-time music hall programme. Guests include Nick Moll, Bernard Cribbins, Valerie Masterson, Bill Pertwee, Terence Alexander, Des Lane and Ray C Davis.
Runtime: 45 min

Hetty Wainthropp Investigates

Poison Pen
Whilst Hetty tries to help a stricken village, can Robert and Geoffrey conduct their own case?
Runtime: 50 min

The Taste of Things

French romance set in 1889, focusing on the enduring bond between gourmet chef Dodin and his cook of 20 years, Eugénie. Dodin resolves to woo Eugénie by cooking for her.
Runtime: 2 hr 10 min

This Cultural Life

Juliette Binoche
Actor Juliette Binoche talks to John Wilson about the formative influences that shaped her career.
Runtime: 30 min
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Four tonight?

Tonight (Saturday 14 February) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Meet the Ancestors, Great British Railway Journeys, and The Good Old Days. Check the full schedule for more details.

How can I watch BBC Four live?

You can watch BBC Four live on the official bbc.co.uk website or app. Use the 'Watch Live' button to go directly to the player.

When does programming end on BBC Four today?

Today's programming on BBC Four ends at 00:15 with This Cultural Life.

Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?

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